IDP Transaction Analysis

One huge misconception among fantasy owners is that defensive players who change addresses carry the exact same fantasy value with them to their next team. In fact, the truth is quite to the contrary in that off-season player movement can have a significant impact not only on the relocated player, but also on his former teammates and the IDPs on the squad he’s joining. Let’s look at some key guys that have switched uniforms this off-season. Read more

IDP Outlook: Finding Sleeper DEs

Smart full-service IDP owners (folks that play in individual defensive player leagues that require them to start at least two defensive lineman, linebackers and defensive backs) know the importance of the defensive line position. Check out some of our super sleeper IDP linemen for 2008 and beyond. Read more

Williams, Edwards, Kelly, Weddle, Anderson, Odom, Moore Rising…

Rising - Demorrio Williams & Donnie Edwards, Chiefs LBs - The Chiefs signed soon-to-be 28 year old five year veteran linebacker Demorrio Williams to start on the weak side in 2008. What this means for veteran Donnie Edwards is that he’ll move to middle linebacker in Herm Edwards’ 4-3 scheme, while Derrick Johnson plays the strong side and Napoleon Harris hits the pine. Look for Williams to be a very solid fantasy sleeper, like he was in 2005, when he racked up a career high 127 tackles. The move to the middle should also mean an increase in production for the aging Edwards. Read more

Boss Bailey Visits Denver

Champ’s brother Boss reportedly visited Denver recently with the hopes of signing a deal.  The Packers have also shown interest in the big, fast LB who didn’t really stay healthy during his career with the Lions.

Antwan Odom, Bengals DE 
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The Bengals signed Titans UFA defensive end Antwan Odom.  The 26 year old will start across from Robert Geathers and could be a solid IDP option in a full time role.  His former Titans teammate Travis LaBoy inked a five year deal with the Cardinals.David Patten, Saints WR
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The Saints inked 33 year old UFA WR David Patten to a two year deal.  This hurts Robert Meachem’s potential to make an impact in 2008.

Sammy Knight, Giants SS
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The Giants signed vetearn safety Sammy Knight to a three year deal.  Knight, a solid SS, will start and remain a great IDP option in 2008.

Brian Griese, Buccaneers QB
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Griese was traded to the Buccaneers in exchange for a conditional draft pick in 2009.

Chris Brown, Free Agent RB
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The Buccaneers are reportedly courting free agent RB Chris Brown.

Ahman Green, Texans RB
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The Texans believe Ahman Green’s knee is 100 percent and that he could play a role in 2008.